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Describe why aphasia may be overlooked as a sign or symptom of stroke. -
(ANSWER)Difficulty speaking could be perceived as intoxication
What's the difference between a TIA and a CVA? - (ANSWER)TIA- similar to a stroke but
symptoms will resolve themselves in less than 24 hours
CVA- brain cells are dying and can cause permeant damage
What do TIA and CVA have in common? - (ANSWER)facial droop, hemiparesis, vision changes,
ataxia, aphasia, dysarthria
What's the difference between a seizure and status epilepticus? - (ANSWER)Status Epilepticus-
seizer lasts more than 5 minutes or the patient doesn't regain consciousness between seizers
Seizure- lasts less than 5 minutes
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What's the biggest risk factor that's shared for both ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke? -
(ANSWER)Extremely high blood pressure
What's a "Last Known Well Time" and how might it differ from time of onset with regard to
stroke symptoms? Why is this the most important information for EMS to gather in suspected
stroke? - (ANSWER)Last Known Well Time- last time the pt was known to not have any signs of
symptoms
Determines if the pt is a candidate for thrombolytics (3-6 hours after symptoms appeared)
In the immediate aftermath of a generalized/tonic-clonic seizure, in what condition should you
expect to find your patient? What is this physical state called and how long does it usually last? -
(ANSWER)Postictal State- can last 5-30 minutes
Pt will be disoriented, hypertension, nausea, vomiting
Solid Organs - (ANSWER)Solid masses of tissue where much of the chemical work of the body
takes place (eg, the liver, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys).
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Hollow Organs - (ANSWER)Structures through which materials pass, such as the stomach, small
intestines, large intestines, ureters, and bladder.
Diabetic Ketoacidosis Symptoms - (ANSWER)Kussmaul Respirations- fast/deep breathing
Fruity-smelling breath
Blood sugar >400
Describe how insulin lowers blood glucose levels. What effect does type I diabetes have on
insulin production? - (ANSWER)Insulin signals for the liver, muscle, and fat cells to take in
glucose from the blood. If body has enough energy insulin signals for it to take in glucose and
store as glycogen.
In Type I beta cells are destroyed and insulin is no longer produced
What side effects should you expect when administering epinephrine? - (ANSWER)Tachycardia
Hypertension
Palpitations
Tremors
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Describe why aphasia may be overlooked as a sign or symptom of stroke. -
(ANSWER)Difficulty speaking could be perceived as intoxication
What's the difference between a TIA and a CVA? - (ANSWER)TIA- similar to a stroke but
symptoms will resolve themselves in less than 24 hours
CVA- brain cells are dying and can cause permeant damage
What do TIA and CVA have in common? - (ANSWER)facial droop, hemiparesis, vision changes,
ataxia, aphasia, dysarthria
What's the difference between a seizure and status epilepticus? - (ANSWER)Status Epilepticus-
seizer lasts more than 5 minutes or the patient doesn't regain consciousness between seizers
Seizure- lasts less than 5 minutes
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What's the biggest risk factor that's shared for both ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke? -
(ANSWER)Extremely high blood pressure
What's a "Last Known Well Time" and how might it differ from time of onset with regard to
stroke symptoms? Why is this the most important information for EMS to gather in suspected
stroke? - (ANSWER)Last Known Well Time- last time the pt was known to not have any signs of
symptoms
Determines if the pt is a candidate for thrombolytics (3-6 hours after symptoms appeared)
In the immediate aftermath of a generalized/tonic-clonic seizure, in what condition should you
expect to find your patient? What is this physical state called and how long does it usually last? -
(ANSWER)Postictal State- can last 5-30 minutes
Pt will be disoriented, hypertension, nausea, vomiting
Solid Organs - (ANSWER)Solid masses of tissue where much of the chemical work of the body
takes place (eg, the liver, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys).
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Hollow Organs - (ANSWER)Structures through which materials pass, such as the stomach, small
intestines, large intestines, ureters, and bladder.
Diabetic Ketoacidosis Symptoms - (ANSWER)Kussmaul Respirations- fast/deep breathing
Fruity-smelling breath
Blood sugar >400
Describe how insulin lowers blood glucose levels. What effect does type I diabetes have on
insulin production? - (ANSWER)Insulin signals for the liver, muscle, and fat cells to take in
glucose from the blood. If body has enough energy insulin signals for it to take in glucose and
store as glycogen.
In Type I beta cells are destroyed and insulin is no longer produced
What side effects should you expect when administering epinephrine? - (ANSWER)Tachycardia
Hypertension
Palpitations
Tremors
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